2026-02-11-news-update-infobrokerworld

Welcome to the infobrokerworld News Update, where we bring you the
latest insights from the German market…..

Today is February 11th 2026.

My Name is Ray Cooks the AI voice of the infobrokerworld Audio
Line.….

and here are today's top stories.

Germany’s economic landscape is shaped by shifting global dynamics.
In commodities, the Democratic Republic of Congo is tightening
cobalt supply, driving up prices and raising concerns about
shortages next year. At the same time, Europe faces renewed
pressure from low-cost Chinese imports, intensifying debates over
industrial protection and competitiveness.

In banking, Commerzbank delivered stronger-than-expected annual
results, reporting solid profits and higher shareholder payouts
despite ongoing takeover speculation. Investment bank JP Morgan
predicts that 2026 could become a year of mega-deals, signaling
renewed confidence in global M&A markets. However, rising
commodity volatility and stretched AI valuations continue to worry
investors.

Corporate news remains mixed. Volkswagen defended its strong cash
flow against criticism, while AMS Osram launched another
cost-cutting round. In technology, Waymo is expanding its robotaxi
operations but still struggling with high losses. Meanwhile, the AI
system Open Claw is gaining attention as a transformative
productivity tool.

In energy, BP is pausing share buybacks to prioritize core
investments. And Germany’s housing market remains constrained, with
construction output expected to decline further this year.

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